Election of a New Metropolitan of Paphos by the Holy Synod
May 26, 2026
Archimandrite Gregorios Ioannidis is expected to be elected as the new Metropolitan of Paphos with at least nine votes in the Holy Synod. The election process is anticipated to be swift, although there are pending matters that may extend its duration. There was a delay in the submission of candidacies, as all candidates appeared at the last moment. The voting requires 50% plus one vote for election. Meanwhile, Metropolitan Tychikos has made public statements regarding his situation.